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Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,595 cc

LF02 TUOMOT history

LF02 TUO is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 22 Mar 2002. Its MOT expired on 24 Sept 2022 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 139,140 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Sept 2022
Mileage
139,140 mi
At MOT on 26 Sept 2022
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,380 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF02 TUO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
22 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Sept 2022
Latest MOT test
26 Sept 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LF02 TUO was last recorded at 139,140 miles on 26 Sept 2022, 4,018 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,122 miles · 25 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
4,018 miles
Average per year
6,380 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 139,140 miles
  • 2021 – 135,122 miles
  • 2020 – 132,571 miles
  • 2017 – 132,541 miles
  • 2016 – 124,109 miles
  • 2015 – 110,841 miles
  • 2014 – 98,364 miles
  • 2013 – 88,577 miles
  • 2012 – 82,375 miles
  • 2011 – 78,830 miles
  • 2010 – 72,254 miles
  • 2009 – 62,524 miles
  • 2008 – 49,838 miles
  • 2007 – 40,918 miles
  • 2006 – 34,605 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail139,140 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Nearside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 8 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail139,140 miles (+4,018)1 dangerous7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,140 miles
    Test number
    595272334141
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass135,122 miles (+2,551)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    135,122 miles
    Test number
    125835982849

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass132,571 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    132,571 miles
    Test number
    124106842017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass132,541 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    132,541 miles
    Test number
    873629299289
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  5. Fail132,541 miles (+1)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,541 miles
    Test number
    408359367519
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  6. Fail132,540 miles (+8,431)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,540 miles
    Test number
    927190630555
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working x2 (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryEML ON
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear TYRE WEARING ON INNER EDGE
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  7. Pass124,109 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    124,109 miles
    Test number
    964312065671
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  8. Fail124,107 miles (+13,266)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,107 miles
    Test number
    647602220494
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  9. Pass110,841 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    110,841 miles
    Test number
    439522245181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail110,839 miles (+12,475)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,839 miles
    Test number
    178792745194
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass98,364 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2015
    Odometer
    98,364 miles
    Test number
    489628044126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail98,364 miles (+9,787)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,364 miles
    Test number
    757588244105
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  13. Pass88,577 miles (+6,202)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    88,577 miles
    Test number
    858180953111
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass82,375 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    82,375 miles
    Test number
    506737742135
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail82,375 miles (+3,545)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,375 miles
    Test number
    806007642131
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass78,830 miles (+6)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    78,830 miles
    Test number
    369602551155
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail78,824 miles (+6,570)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,824 miles
    Test number
    329997341146
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass72,254 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2011
    Odometer
    72,254 miles
    Test number
    800755840168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail72,250 miles (+9,726)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,250 miles
    Test number
    921115440186
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass62,524 miles (+12,686)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2010
    Odometer
    62,524 miles
    Test number
    373710059108
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass49,838 miles (+8,920)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2009
    Odometer
    49,838 miles
    Test number
    461138048182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass40,918 miles (+6,313)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2008
    Odometer
    40,918 miles
    Test number
    421455237100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail34,605 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,605 miles
    Test number
    831828026105
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

  24. Pass34,605 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2007
    Odometer
    34,605 miles
    Test number
    851718726100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF02 TUO

Does LF02 TUO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF02 TUO expired on 24 Sept 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF02 TUO?
The MOT on LF02 TUO expired on 24 Sept 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF02 TUO done?
LF02 TUO was recorded at 139,140 miles at its MOT on 26 Sept 2022, an average of 6,380 miles a year.
Has LF02 TUO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF02 TUO has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on LF02 TUO ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LF02 TUO find?
LF02 TUO failed its latest MOT on 26 Sept 2022 with 1 dangerous defect and 7 major defects: offside rear tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction, and 5 more.

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